How much does a construction laborer make in Louisiana?
$38,230a year
Median yearly pay for construction laborers in Louisiana. That is $18.38 an hour or $3,186 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.38
- Vs. national median
- -19%
- Rank among states
- 48 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 22,100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,650Median: $38,230Highest 10%: $60,090
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,650 | $14.25 | |
| 25th | $34,510 | $16.59 | |
| Median | $38,230 | $18.38 | |
| 75th | $47,300 | $22.74 | |
| 90th | $60,090 | $28.89 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lake Charles, LA | $45,240 |
| New Orleans, LA | $39,480 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $38,650 |
| Lafayette, LA | $38,620 |
| Shreveport, LA | $38,480 |
| Slidell, LA | $38,300 |
| Alexandria, LA | $36,940 |
| Houma, LA | $36,890 |
| Hammond, LA | $36,840 |
| Monroe, LA | $35,850 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction laborers.
| 45. Oklahoma | $39,360 |
| 46. Georgia | $38,990 |
| 47. New Mexico | $38,400 |
| 48. Louisiana | $38,230 |
| 49. Mississippi | $37,710 |
| 50. Arkansas | $37,630 |
| 51. Alabama | $36,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction laborer make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $18.38 ($38,230 a year).
Do construction laborers make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $38,230 against $47,120 nationally, 19% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for construction laborer pay?
Louisiana ranks 48 of 51 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays construction laborers the most?
Lake Charles, LA, with a median of $45,240 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.